BENJAMIN A. WEST

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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Highly motivated, teamwork and communication-oriented professional with strong accountability to embrace

the corporate vision and values of a progressive organization by serving in a challenging career-oriented

position in the aviation or real estate industry.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Dynamic, results-focused professional with an impressive record of successful administrative, management,

and leadership experience in the aviation, aerospace, and real estate management fields. Exceptional in

managing projects and implementing administrative policies that streamline procedures and deliver bottom

line results. Articulate communicator with effective influence, persuasive communication, and negotiation

skills.

Core Competencies:

• Aircrew Scheduling & Supervision

• Budget Preparation & Management • Airport Management

• Real Estate Leasing • Contract Negotiation & Administration

• Property Management • Economic & Market Analysis

• Staff Leadership & Development • Aircraft Dispatcher

Knowledge of:

• Airport maintenance and airside/landside operations; emergency procedures and practice; FAR Part 139 and

associated advisory circulars; FAA policies and regulations pertaining to the operation of airports and security

• Commonly applied real estate principles, rules, regulations, and practices; real estate markets, standard space

management practices and techniques; commonly used contracting rules, regulations, and procedures to

acquire interests in or dispose of properties

Computer Skills:

• Proficient using Windows XP/Vista/7, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook)

EDUCATION & RELATED TRAINING

JEPPESEN ACADEMY – Denver, Colorado

FAA Aircraft Dispatcher License June 2011

EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY - Worldwide, Daytona Beach, FL

Master of Aeronautical Science (Aviation Management Specialization) May 2012

Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics (Aviation Management) 2003

Minor: Business Administration & Aviation Safety GPA: 3.93/4.00

• Summa cum laude (Honor Graduate)

Curricula: Management of Air Cargo, Logistics Management for Aviation, Human Factors in Aviation

Safety, Aircraft Accident Investigations, Aviation Law, Aviation Safety Program Management, Aviation Labor

Relations, Aircraft Crash & Emergency Management, Aviation Safety, and Aviation Legislation.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE – Maxwell AFB, AL

Associate of Applied Science in Air and Space Technology 2003

GRADUATE REALTOR INSTITUTE

• 200+ hours Real Estate Management and Leasing courses 2006

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HIGHLIGHTS OF EXPERIENCE

Aviation & Aerospace Technology & Administration

• Effectively supervised and supported aircrews through planning, forecasting, setting objectives, and meeting

daily administrative demands

• Successfully flew over 1,000 hours as Surveillance Aircrew Supervisor in both combat and training missions

worldwide; operated computer and radar monitoring air traffic; used radio to communicate with aircraft and

ground control

• Performed and supervised aircraft and flight line operations, including flight currency issues such as

monitoring Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs); staying updated on Military and FAA regulations; operating

vehicles on the flight line; maintaining safety and security on and off aircraft and flight line; participating in

flight planning (mission briefing, publication updates, reading charts and maps, and relaying weather)

• Served as flight supervisor during periods when 60% of personnel were deployed; maintained smooth and

efficient operations; supervised 22 aircrew members; and handled administrative issues

• Managed multi-million dollar aerospace support equipment account with 100% accountability and security;

performed inventories; stock control; controlled hazardous and non-hazardous materials

• Directed airfield and landside operations to include FOD control; flight line safety; flight line vehicle

operations; deliveries to and from aircraft; snow removal; and security

• Increased aircrew readiness as Flight Scheduler; scheduled aircrews for missions worldwide and managed

training

Real Estate Sales & Leasing Broker/Property Management

• Specialized in the sales, marketing, and promotion of multiple listings of residential and commercial

properties

• Worked closely with buyers, sellers, and investors; handled contract negotiations; reviewed closing/settlement

statements; resolved title issues; and addressed environmental concerns

• Conducted in-depth economic and market analysis for contractors and investors; located properties and land

in need of rehabilitation or redevelopment; worked with real estate firms and sellers to acquire properties;

researched zoning, building codes, and deed restrictions

• Supported the planning, budgeting and management of operating and capital expenditures; prepared annual

budgets, forecasts, management plans, monthly performance reports, and variance reports

• Participated in 80 contract closings; produced $11.2M personal sales/$21M team sales; and increased gross

profits to $1.2M by expanding sales territory

• Generated $500K in lease contracts in 30-month period producing $27K net profits

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

The Whole House of Israel (Non-Profit) - Petal, MS 2004 to Present

President/Founder

West Residential/Commercial Real Estate - Petal, MS 2008 to 2009

Real Estate Sales & Leasing Broker/Property Manager

West Copying & Printing/Here’s to Ya’ Websites & Printing - Hattiesburg, MS 2003 to 2008

Manager/Owner

London & Stetelman Commercial Realtors - Hattiesburg, MS 2004 to 2008

Real Estate Sales & Leasing Broker Associate/Property Manager

United States Air Force Reserves

Office Administrator/Aviation Aircrew (Keesler AFB, MS) 2002 to 2007

United States Air Force

Aviation Aircrew/Computer Operator/Supervisor/Scheduler (Tinker AFB, OK) 1998 to 2002

Maintenance Supervisor (Minot AFB, ND & Dyess AFB, TX) 1993 to 1998

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